Laboratory Technical Assistant

Clinical Reference Laboratory; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Lab Technician to join their dynamic team. This role involves performing essential laboratory functions, including equipment maintenance, sample preparation, and quality control under the supervision of a medical technologist. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. With a focus on safety and compliance, this position offers a chance to contribute to vital healthcare processes in a supportive environment. Join a forward-thinking company where your contributions will make a difference in patient care!

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life/AD&D

Supplemental Life/AD&D

Section 125 FSA Plan

401(k)

Short and Long-Term Disability

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in clinical laboratory, chemical, physical, or biological science.
• No prior experience required, ideal for entry-level candidates.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance on automated and manual laboratory equipment.
• Prepare samples for testing and assist in various laboratory tasks.
• Comply with safety regulations and maintain confidentiality.

Skills

Good communication skills

Good laboratory/analytical technique

Ability to organize work

Exercise independent judgment

Work well under pressure

Follow detailed instructions

Ability to work independently

Ability to be on time

Ability to interact appropriately

Education

Associate’s degree in clinical laboratory

Tools

Basic laboratory equipment

PC and communications equipment

Job description

GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITY: Perform instrument maintenance and assist in the preparation of samples to be tested.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Perform daily, weekly and monthly maintenance on automated and manual equipment.
• Accurately prepare samples for testing using various types of laboratory equipment.
• Perform test processing under the direction and supervision of a medical technologist that may include:
  • Loading of samples into racks
  • Placing racks of samples onto instruments
  • Pipetting of samples
  • Performing CLIA Waived testing
  • Entering QC results and patient results
• Assist in monitoring inventory.
• Assist in the washing of laboratory glassware.
• Perform the unpacking and restocking of laboratory supplies and reagents.
• Assist with troubleshooting and solving problems.
• Comply with CRL and departmental SOP’s.
• Comply with OSHA and other safety manual procedures.
• Communicate effectively and in a timely manner with co-workers and other laboratory departments.
• Perform the duties of Lab Aide as necessary due to workload or staffing considerations.
• Keep work area neat and clean.
• Maintain and protect the confidentiality of all CRL, CRL subsidiaries, legal entities and client information.
• Be able to comply with all applicable federal, state, and local safety and health regulations that would apply to this job.

Other duties as assigned

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION: Associate’s degree in clinical laboratory, chemical, physical, or biological science or equivalent.

EXPERIENCE: None

SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Good communication skills
• Good laboratory/analytical technique
• Ability to organize work
• Exercise independent judgment and make appropriate decisions
• Work well under pressure
• Follow detailed instructions
• Ability to work independently and as a team
• Ability to be at work and on time
• Ability and judgment to interact and communicate appropriately with other employees, clients and management

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The following physical attributes are required for this position:

• Regularly moving around the laboratory
• Close vision requirements due to computer work
• Repetitive use of hands, fingers, wrists, and elbows for operating a computer and telephone
• Reaching, including above the shoulder
• Bending or stooping
• Pushing and pulling of large carts, trash bags, and specimen bags
• Lifting, up to 35 pounds

EQUIPMENT: Basic laboratory equipment and personal protective equipment; PC and communications equipment.

OTHER: Overtime on demand. Meet department productivity and quality standards. Rotating weekend work is required. Specimens consist of body fluids and must be regarded as potentially infectious.

The employer shall, in its discretion, modify or adjust this position to meet the company’s changing needs.

This job description is not a contract and may be adjusted as deemed appropriate in the employer’s sole discretion.

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An Equal Opportunity Employe

Pay Range: $17.00 - $30.00

Benefits for Full Time Employees:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life/AD&D
• Supplemental Life/AD&D
• Section 125 FSA Plan
• 401(k)
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Paid Time Off
• Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement